Highland Middle vs McCreary County Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kentucky, United States, 201 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Middle
Louisville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
639 students
McCreary County Middle School
Stearns · Public middle · Grades 6–8
633 students
| Measure | Highland Middle Louisville, Kentucky | McCreary County Middle School Stearns, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #155 of 217 | #177 of 217 |
| National rank | #7980 of 15,369 | #8852 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 639 | 633 |
| Enrollment | 639 | 633 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56% | 80.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 39% |
| city | Louisville | Stearns |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.5 vs 44.4).
- •McCreary County Middle School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 26%).
- •Highland Middle does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 56%).
- •Highland Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56% vs 80.1%).
- •Highland Middle does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 15.8).
- •Highland Middle is the larger school with 639 students compared with 633.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Highland Middle better than McCreary County Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Middle ranks higher (48.5 vs 44.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Highland Middle and McCreary County Middle School?
About 201 km in a straight line, between Louisville and Stearns in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Middle: 639. McCreary County Middle School: 633. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Middle and McCreary County Middle School rank in Kentucky?
Highland Middle is 155th of 217 and McCreary County Middle School is 177th of 217 among middle schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).